Courtade Elementary School - TCAPS

09/03/2026

Our teachers wanted to welcome Cougar students with some chalk art for the first day of school. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans. Take a look at what some of the great work looked like before the rain washed it away.

09/03/2026

The 2026-2027 school year is going to ROAR!

08/31/2026

Back to School Night is Wednesday, September 2nd at 4:30. Parents and students will get the chance to see their new classroom and meet their teacher. Our new school shirts will also be passed out at this event. Mr. Phillips will be on the playground (weather permitting) with popsicles for everyone. The in school open house concludes at 5:30, but families are welcome to mingle on the playground for as long as they want after the event is over. Teacher assignments will be emailed on Wednesday morning.

08/26/2026

The first Courtade Parent Newsletter of the year (linked below) has been sent out. If you are listed as a parent or guardian to a Courtade student and did not receive the email, please check your SPAM folder to keep up-to-date on Courtade News. If your email has changed over the summer, please let the office staff know so that they can update your file.

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08/24/2026

TCAPS Board of Education Appoints Matthew Schmidt to Fill Interim Board Vacancy

During tonight’s public Board Study Session, the Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Board o...

08/21/2026

Are you looking to hit up some of those Back to School specials for school supplies for your Cougar? Click the link below to find some basic school supply suggestions. See you soon!

08/20/2026

The August edition of TCAPS District News is officially live! 📲

Stay connected with the latest stories, student highlights, and important updates from across our schools. 📚

Mobile Version: https://qr.tcaps.net/AugDistrictNews26

Desktop & Print Version: https://aptg.co/NH2QmD

08/20/2026

Kindergarten Signing Day is Thursday, August 27th from 2:00-6:00 PM. This event is for incoming kindergarten and junior kindergarten students. Families can sign up for a timeframe to come and visit our campus! Students will have the opportunity to get to know the kindergarten staff. We’ll also get to know your child a little more by conducting a 15 minute screener to support his/her needs for the start of the year. The total visit will be about 30 minutes. Please sign up for a Kindergarten Signing Day time using the link below. Click on a time and select "Sign Up" at the bottom to secure that time for your child. You and your kindergarten or JK child should attend.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4EA9AC29A7FC1-65241756-courtade #/

08/17/2026

Our office is now staffed during the day and we're putting the pieces in place to make this year another great day to be a Cougar! If you need help with anything (change in address, contact information, enrollment questions) please give us a call (231-933-5800) or send us an email so we can help you out!